Endicott College makes Draft Day dreams come true for Lynnfield boy

Tuesday

The Endicott football team officially announced the newest member of its program on Monday as 11-year-old Erik Bell of Lynnfield joined the Gulls as part of his Team IMPACT Draft Day.

Bell's draft day consisted of signing a National Letter of Intent (NLI) during a press conference with local media, a photoshoot with Endicott's captains and a team practice at Hempstead Stadium.

"We are excited to officially welcome Erik and his family with open arms into our football family," said Endicott football head coach Paul McGonagle. "After having Erik attend a practice earlier this spring, we knew Erik would be the perfect addition to our family here at Endicott because Erik embodies all the characteristics we want our student-athletes to embrace. Lastly, I expect this relationship with Erik and Team IMPACT to blossom into lifelong friendships for everyone involved."

By signing his Letter of Intent, Bell agreed to the following as a member of the Endicott football program: As an integral member of the program, Erik is expected to carry himself with pride, honor, respect, sportsmanship, and integrity while wearing the Blue and Green.

Bell should always remember to perform to the best of his ability in life, in the classroom, and in the community. Lastly, as a Gulls' athlete, Erik is responsible for participating in team activities, cheering for his fellow Gulls, and most importantly, have fun as a member of the football program.

Bell, who lives in Lynnfield with his parents and 12-year-old sister Emilie, was diagnosed with Lymphoma in October of 2017 and has completed his seventh round of chemotherapy. He is a very active and fun guy who loves sports. Through all that he has seen in his young life, he continues to prove time and time again that every obstacle can be hurdled.

Bell is so excited to be the newest recruit on the Gulls football team.